Portland, ME vs Tukwila, WA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Portland
72.9
#814 nationally
Tukwila
60.9
#1918 nationally
Portland leads in walk score (65 vs 41). Portland leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 26.8 min). Portland leads in cost of living index (118 vs 126).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Portland, ME | Tukwila, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.9 (#814) | 60.9 (#1918) |
| Population | 68,408 | 21,135 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $566,902 | $578,581 |
| Median Household Income | $71,853 | $76,331 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 41 |
| Crime Level | Low | 25.4 |
| School Rating | 7.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+36.3 | D+51.7 |
C-
72.9 Score
Portland, ME
Foodie paradise on the coast
Median Home
$566,902
Population
68,408
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
Northeast
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D-
60.9 Score
Tukwila, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$578,581
Population
21,135
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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